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10 Recipes That Prove Zucchini Is Actually a Magic Vegetable

There are a lot of one-trick ponies out there, but let’s just start by saying zucchini is not one of them. In fact, we can’t help but think of this versatile, in-season squash as a seriously magical ingredient. It can fill many roles, taking the place of potatoes, bananas, chicken and more.

According to the Centers for Disease Control, more than three quarters of Americans aren’t taking advantage of what veggies have to offer – most folks just aren’t eating enough of them. Multiple servings a day might seem daunting but when you realize that one serving is only a measly ½ cup (or 1 cup of greens like lettuce or spinach) it suddenly doesn’t seem so unattainable. Eating your veggies shouldn’t be painful or even unpleasant – here are 10 ways to love them.

In this sushi recipe, the raw fish is switched with a variety of vitamin-packed veggies -- radishes, carrots, scallions, peppers and some avocado. Don’t forget about nori (sushi's green wrapper). This traditional Japanese sea vegetable is high in fiber, potassium and vitamins A and C (both antioxidants).